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RCVS Knowledge launches updated e-learning platform
The Learn platform offers more than 30 hours of CPD.
The platform provides free CPD for veterinary professionals.

The charity RCVS Knowledge has launched a new version of Learn, its e-learning platform, to provide easy-to-access Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses for veterinary teams.

The updated version is the result of a comprehensive review of the platform by the charity to find ways to improve user experience and update the technology.

The platform, which includes courses for all members of the veterinary team, now offers more than 30 hours of free CPD. New courses include a collection on antibiotic stewardship for equine and companion animal veterinary teams and additional content on Quality Improvement (QI).

All of the learning material on the platform has been put together by veterinary professionals and complies with the Code of Professional Conduct, RCVS Practice Standards and veterinary legislation. The content is regularly updated.

Chris Gush, RCVS Knowledge’s executive director, said: “Every day veterinary teams strive to deliver the best care possible. We have developed our Learn platform to help teams deliver high-quality care by providing quick, accessible and flexible learning to help increase the knowledge in practice.

“We are enormously proud of working with veterinary professionals from a range of backgrounds to build the courses on Learn. It is truly learning for veterinary professionals, by veterinary professionals.”

Learn can be accessed online.

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.